The overall goal of treatment is to assist people to return to the best quality of life possible. ‘Quality of life’ is determined by the ideals and values of the person with the mental illness. It is likely that what they consider as ‘ideal’ will differ to what they considered ideal before the onset of the illness.

Who creates the treatment plan?

Treatment plans are created by a mental health professional. The plans take into account the needs of the individual, as well as the feedback of carers. They are evidence-based (proven to have worked in similar situations) and adhere to legal requirements, especially in the areas of informed consent and mental capacity.

This website is an initiative of the Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Services Mental Health Carer Reference Group.
Financial support has been provided by the Partners in Recovery Sunshine Coast and Gympie Region.
Carers Queensland has developed this site on behalf of the Sunshine Coast Mental Health Carer Reference Group with the use of content from Carers News South Wales Mental Health Foundation for Carers with permission from New South Wales Health.